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Early Build Footage of Avalanche Studios’ Canceled Iron Man Game Spotted – Rumor
Footage from Avalanche Studios' canceled Iron Man game, developed in the early 2010s, has surfaced online. The leaked videos showcase early builds and gameplay demos like "Kinetic Combat" and "Freestyle Flight," suggesting a design influenced by the Marvel Cinematic Universe and planned for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. The project was reportedly canceled due to company politics and tight deadlines, though a new Iron Man game is confirmed to be in development at EA Motive.
Rockstar "overreacts a bit at times," says former tech lead as GTA 6 leaks continue, but it's "their…
Former Rockstar technical lead Obbe Vermeij commented on the ongoing Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks, stating that while the company "overreacts a bit at times," it is their job to prevent them. He downplayed the impact of the leaks, comparing them to the "Hot Coffee" incident in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas and suggesting they are a "tiny blip" that won't significantly affect Grand Theft Auto 6's success. Despite aggressive legal action and internal security measures like a return-to-office mandate, new leaks continue to surface.
Latest GTA 6 leak confirms full dong
A recent Grand Theft Auto 6 leak, allegedly from a source named Cyberleek, has revealed in-game footage of a nudist town within the state of Leonida. The leaked video, titled 'nudist_town.mp4', shows uncensored characters and confirms the presence of nudity in the game. The leaker also included demands for support via a QR code and a watermark, suggesting a cryptocurrency scheme and a bizarre public demonstration request.
GTA 6 Leaks: A Timeline Of The Events So Far
A series of Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay videos and images were leaked online by an individual or group known as CyberLeek, beginning in mid-August 2026. The leaks included footage of gameplay mechanics, the game's map, and various in-game scenarios. Rockstar Games' parent company, Take-Two Interactive, has since filed subpoenas for Microsoft and Discord to help identify the leaker, while CyberLeek has made threats to release further spoilers unless publishers change their digital game practices.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Is Getting A Mexico Expansion Soon, But Not From Rockstar
A fan-made mod called Nuevo Paraiso–The Forgotten Frontier is set to release on September 16 for Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC, adding a Mexico expansion with new content and characters. While Rockstar Games has not released official story DLC for the game, this mod aims to connect the prequel to the original Red Dead Redemption. The article also briefly mentions ongoing development and leaks for Grand Theft Auto 6.
Red Dead Redemption 2: Nuevo Paraiso, the latest Mexico expansion mod for Rockstar's western, releases next month
The latest Mexico expansion mod for Red Dead Redemption 2, titled Nuevo Paraiso, is set to release on September 16th. Developed by modder Rixus724, the mod aims to recreate Mexico as a living frontier within the game's 1907 timeline, featuring new settlements, political unrest, and hidden secrets. It will be available via Nexus Mods and requires the base game and RDR2's Script Hook.
I turned car friction off in GTA 5. Help
An experiment in Grand Theft Auto 5 involved disabling car friction and setting a constant momentum for all NPC vehicles, leading to unpredictable and chaotic movement across Los Santos. While initially set to maximum speed, the setting was adjusted to a lower value to maintain some level of playability, resulting in a carnival of airborne vehicles.
Gamescom preview - why you should watch Opening Night Live and visit Cologne
Gamescom 2026 is set to be the largest video game event globally, taking place in Cologne from August 26-30. The event will feature reveals for titles like Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, and The Witcher 3's new expansion, Songs Of The Past. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the Opening Night Live show on August 25 will offer a preview of upcoming games, with many major industry players like Microsoft, Square Enix, and Nintendo in attendance, though Rockstar Games and Sony will be absent.
Former Rockstar dev says the GTA 6 leaks are a 'nothing burger': 'There won't be much damage'
A former Rockstar Games developer, Obbe Vermeij, stated that the recent Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks are a 'nothing burger' and will cause minimal damage to the game's sales, comparing them favorably to the 'Hot Coffee' incident with Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. Vermeij believes that most players are not concerned with spoilers and that the leaked footage is a minor issue ahead of the official gameplay reveal.
GTA 6 Leak Shows Off Apparent Nudist Colony
A new clip of leaked Grand Theft Auto 6 footage has surfaced online, reportedly showing a nudist colony in the game's Leonida setting. Despite the leak, a former Rockstar technical director suggests that most players are unfazed, drawing parallels to the 'Hot Coffee' incident. Take-Two Interactive is actively pursuing information to identify the leaker, while the first official gameplay trailer is set to release on August 27, with the game launching on November 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
GTA 6 Leaks Don’t Matter, So Please Calm Down, Ex-Rockstar Director Says
Former Rockstar North director Obbe Vermeij stated that recent Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks are insignificant and will not impact the company's marketing strategy. He compared the current leaks to the "Hot Coffee" controversy from Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, asserting that the current leaks are far less consequential. Vermeij believes the leaks are a "nothing burger" and that 90% of future players are not actively seeking spoilers online.
GTA 6 Leaker Drops New Nudity-Filled Gameplay, Polls People on Whether to Release Story Spoilers
A leaker has released new gameplay footage for Grand Theft Auto 6 featuring extensive nudity and has threatened to post story spoilers. The leaker is also encouraging fans to protest outside the offices of Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive.
Latest GTA 6 leaks see Cyberleek threaten Rockstar with Lucia story spoilers – and closely examine naked NPCs
A group known as Cyberleek is threatening to release major story spoilers for Grand Theft Auto 6, including a potential prologue focused on the character Lucia. The group has also been leaking gameplay footage, including a recent clip featuring nude NPCs and a violent encounter. Cyberleek is demanding action from Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive regarding their stance on digital rights and game preservation.
This week in PC games: Gamescom and GTA 6 fight for our attention, but don't forget Folk Emerging, MGS4 and the horror game about balancing a cake
This week's PC gaming news is dominated by Gamescom and a Grand Theft Auto 6 documentary, alongside a significant number of new game releases. Notable titles include the early access milsim Burned Horizons, horror visual novel Money for Girls: Amortized, and Patrice Désilets' long-troubled 1666: Amsterdam. Other releases span various genres, from bullet hell and platformers to 4X strategy and survival games.
Former Rockstar Dev Calls GTA 6 Leaks 'A Nothing Burger,' Insists Hot Coffee Was Much, Much Worse
A former Rockstar Games developer has downplayed the impact of recent Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay leaks, referring to them as a 'nothing burger' and comparing them to the more significant 'Hot Coffee' controversy. Take-Two Interactive is reportedly investigating the source of the leaks.
GTA 6 leaker teases 'nudist town' video as Rockstar try to catch hackers
Rockstar Games is attempting to identify and stop the individual or group known as Cyberleek, who has been leaking gameplay footage of Grand Theft Auto 6 ahead of its official reveal. Despite copyright strikes and legal actions, including subpoena requests to Microsoft and Discord, the leaks continue, with the leaker also soliciting cryptocurrency. The leaks have revealed various gameplay mechanics and confirmed details about the game's setting in Vice City.
New GTA 6 leaks suggest Cyberleek has access to Lucia as fans become even more convinced they have Rockstar's full…
New leaks for Grand Theft Auto 6 have emerged, with one clip suggesting the leaker, Cyberleek, may have access to the character Lucia. Fans are increasingly convinced the leaker possesses a full build of the game, though the leaker is also reportedly selling crypto and ad space related to the leaks. Take-Two Interactive is actively pursuing legal action to identify those responsible.
Take-Two Interactive files subpoenas against Microsoft, Discord, and X amid ongoing GTA 6 leaks
Take-Two Interactive has filed subpoenas against Microsoft, Discord, and X in response to ongoing leaks of Grand Theft Auto 6. The company is seeking records related to online accounts involved in posting and sharing leaked content, including user data and linked OneDrive and Xbox accounts. This action aims to identify the individuals responsible for infringing on Take-Two's intellectual property rights.
Games Inbox: Is the PS5 boycott still happening?
Readers discuss various gaming topics, including a boycott of the PlayStation 5 due to the discontinuation of physical media, impressions of The Duskbloods network test, and reactions to Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks. Other topics include the relevance of Xbox's 25th anniversary, Nintendo Switch 2 impressions, and the debate around physical vs. digital game sales.
Former Rockstar Games lead says GTA 6 leaks are a "nothing burger" because "90% of future players" aren't searching for the clips online
Former Rockstar Games technical director Obbe Vermeij described the recent Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks as a "nothing burger," suggesting that the majority of future players are not actively seeking out leaked footage online. He compared the current situation to the "Hot Coffee" scandal from Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, stating that the current leaks are far less consequential. Vermeij also expressed skepticism that a playable build of the game would run on current retail hardware like the PlayStation 5.
